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Middlesbrough to Birmingham NEC trains

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The average train between Middlesbrough and Birmingham NEC takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 4m
Duration
193 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Middlesbrough to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Middlesbrough and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast3h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryAvanti West Coast4h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Middlesbrough to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 192.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Middlesbrough, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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